Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake Recipe
Peanut Butter Cup Dump Cake is a delightfully easy dessert that combines the rich flavors of chocolate cake mix and peanut butter cups. This no-fuss recipe involves layering simple ingredients and baking them into a warm, gooey treat perfect for any chocolate and peanut butter lover.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Cake Mix
- 1 box chocolate cake mix (approximately 15.25 oz)
Other Ingredients
- 2 cups mini peanut butter cups (or about 12 regular-size, chopped)
- 1 1/3 cups milk
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the baking pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Choose a 9×13-inch baking dish and lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Layer Ingredients: Evenly spread the dry chocolate cake mix over the bottom of the baking dish. Sprinkle the peanut butter cups evenly over the cake mix layer. Pour the milk evenly over the top, ensuring the dry ingredients are moistened. Then, distribute the sliced butter over the entire surface.
- Bake the Dump Cake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the cake mix is set and edges are bubbly. The butter should melt and soak into the cake mix, creating a moist and rich texture.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes. Serve warm for the best gooey, melty experience. This dessert pairs wonderfully with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute mini peanut butter cups with chopped regular peanut butter cups if preferred.
- If a more chocolaty flavor is desired, consider adding chocolate chips along with the peanut butter cups.
- For a crispier top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
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